Safety
Kristin Wilcox
Safety Director kwilcox@clpoc.org
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ummer days are warm and bright with the scent of BBQ and bonfires wafting through the air, and the laughter of children rolling across the lake. With the fourth of July just around the corner, let’s take a minute to talk about the firework laws here in Michigan that apply to residents and guests to our wonderful community. MICHIGAN FIREWORK SAFETY ACT In 2012 Governer Snyder signed into effect the Michigan Fireworks Safety Act. This act made the sale, use, and possession of “consumer fireworks” legal. While some Michigan counties, cities, villages, or townships chose to enact their own fireworks ordinance, we here in Mecosta County have adopted the State laws. What does this mean for us in Canadian Lakes?
It means that it is legal to use fireworks on your private property (on authorized days) It is illegal to use fireworks on any common property including roadways, greenbelts and beaches without written permission from the General Manager. Fireworks can not be used before 11 a.m. or after 11:45 p.m. except on December 31 (1:00 a.m.). • Fireworks are allowed on the following days: • December 31st until 1:00 a.m. on January 1st • The Saturday and Sunday before Memorial day • June 29th to July 4th • July 5th only if it falls on a Friday or Saturday • The Saturday and Sunday before Labor day GUESTS TO CANADIAN LAKES Just a quick reminder that “The CLPOC Member is responsible for the conduct of a family member and/or invited guest(s). This includes , but is not limited to a tenant, renter, lessee and any other short-term or long-term user of private property included within the membership of the CLPOC. The CLPOC member is, at times, liable to the CLPOC for any and all damage to CLPOC property caused by these individuals.” Make sure to stop in the office and pick up guest passes for all your guests and educate them as to the rules of our wonderful community. We all wish you a safe and happy summer season!
Photography by Chuck Richardson
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THE CANADIAN LAKER
SUMMER STORMS The warm weather here in Michigan, often times brings with it severe storms. Immediately following the storms we ask that members and their guests refrain from unnessecary travel throught the community as we evaluate the status of the roads, downed trees, and power outages. Status updates on road and building closures will be sent out via email and Facebook. If you loose power please contact your respective power company to report the outage and check for restoral updates.
